Lisa Greer

Meet Lisa Greer

Author, Philanthropist, Fundraising Coach & Nonprofit Changemaker

why saving giving?

As newcomers to the world of charitable giving, Lisa and her husband found themselves frustrated and shocked by the impersonal interactions, scripted engagements and dated methods pervasive in the nonprofit sector.

Accelerating giving and providing opportunities for generations to come, Lisa Greer shows us how to “Save Giving” by providing a clear path to success, supported by data, statistics, and interviews.

With her help and direction, the nonprofit world will see its donors engaged and energized, their organizations sustainable and with increased impact, and a more honest philanthropic culture that will create a larger and more loyal donor pool.

recent tips

4/22/2024

If you're a supporter of a nonprofit and they don't offer recurring giving, ask them why not. Not offering donors a recurring/monthly giving option is doing a disservice to the organization.

4/15/2024

When you buy a list and use the names to send a “personalized” (yet unsolicited) email, it’s best to check your system to make sure that the names on the email itself match the person’s email that it’s going to. Today I was “Jasper”!

4/8/2024

Intense pressure tactics are not productive in the long term, and they do not align with the true essence of giving, which should be rooted in authentic relationships. For instance, a colleague shared a concerning incident where their elderly family member was hospitalized due to persistent and forceful pushing.

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Accelerating giving and providing opportunities for generations to come. Lisa Greer shows us how to “Save Giving” by providing a clear path to success, supported by data, statistics, and interviews.

With her help and direction, the nonprofit world will see its donors engaged and energized, their organizations sustainable and with increased impact, and a more honest philanthropic culture that will create a larger and more loyal donor pool.

March 28, 2024

Donor Trust: The Key to Successful, Sustainable Fundraising?

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Nuisance Giving and Donor Sentiment

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How “Pretty” can Ruin your Brand